Mega liposuction can be safely performed by an experienced surgeon and anesthetist. Standard risks of anesthesia exist when the procedure is done under General Anesthesia. As liposuction removes fat under the skin only, without damage to internal organs, there are no long term health risks. As most of the mega liposuctions are performed under General Anesthesia, monitored anesthesia is essential. General Anesthesia offers maximum comfort to the patient as circumferential contouring of back, front and sides can be performed without subjecting patients to inconvenient positions.
It is important that such surgeries be performed at a good surgical facility with all supportive measures and back up facilities. This clearly is not a surgery to be undertaken in small clinics or nursing homes.
Bruising, swelling and soreness are to be expected post procedure. These are temporary effects of surgery and are expected to resolve in 3-4 weeks. Major risks include pulmonary edema, hemorrhage, and toxicity from local anesthetic. There are fortunately rare. Patients who are high - risk for pulmonary embolism need appropriate preventive measures. |